august wishlist + pre-fall picks 8.18.2013

military-inspired jacket | patterned chunky heel | orange stud earrings | gold cuff

black layering bracelet | nude tote | printed dress | leather skirt

cream lace top | colorblocked crossbody bag | suede heeled bootie 

 These are some items I'm crushing on at the moment! It's still very warm here in August typically, but this year it's been a little cooler and I've got summer-to-fall dressing on my mind. When transitioning to slightly cooler temperatures, I look for dresses and tops that will pair well with a jacket on top - whether it be denim, leather or military-inspired. Cognac, nude and black are my go-to accessory colors, and booties are my fall shoes of choice. Besides that I look for small pops of color, and items that will be versatile for different temperatures and seasons. 

What must-haves do you have on your fall shopping list this year??

xo,

Jacy

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the burgundy blouse ~ 4 ways {3}. 11.20.2012

Blouse: Forever 21 (similar here) | Skirt: H&M (old)

Booties: Aldo (love this pair and this pair) | Tortoise cuff: J. Crew (similar here)

This week I paired my burgundy blouse with a skirt I typically only wear in the summer, but when I saw it hanging in my closet I thought the colors would work just fine for fall too. I'm typically not a fan of paisley, but this skirt was a great deal at H&M a couple of years ago, and goes with So many tops and shoes! I enjoyed mixing a deep color with a "ditzy" print, because I feel that it grounds it and also makes it feel just fine for fall. 

I apologize for somewhat neglecting the blog world (both mine & yours!) for the past couple of weeks...school has been crazy as I'm nearing the end of the semester, but now that I'm on a little break for Thanksgiving I'm hoping to get things back into order!

xo,

Jacy

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army jacket + stripes. 9.29.2012

 

Jacket & dress: Forever 21 (love this jacket at Urban Outfitters). Lace-up booties: Aldo Shoes (old). Watch: Fossil (here).

The last time I featured this dress (here!), I styled it in a summery, nautical way. But, it's such a great dress to throw on in a hurry that I just had to find a way to style it for fall! I love the military-inspired trend that has emerged this fall, and throwing on this army-chic jacket was the perfect way to transition my striped dress into fall and give it a tougher, less preppy feel.

I hope you all are having a wonderful, relaxing weekend! I'm enjoying the cooler weather and watching the Ryder Cup and lots of football (go Mizzou!).

xo,

Jacy

{Photos by my fabulous & talented friend Jordyn, of Jo Johnson Photography}

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